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Grit.
Determination.
Work ethic.

The Rudd Foundation is dedicated to strengthening communities that strive to uplift themselves. Rooted in the strength of Midwestern values, we work hard with purpose to create lasting impact.

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Rewarding
hard work.

We award need-based scholarships to students to attend top Kansas universities.

RUDD SCHOLARS

Reaching
further.

We contribute to philanthropic efforts for children and youth, food and public health, and other causes.

OUR PROGRAMS

Leading
the way.

Get to know the dedicated people behind the Rudd Foundation.

MEET OUR TEAM
RUDD SCHOLARS

Rewriting futures.
Transforming lives.

The enduring impact of the Rudd Scholarship goes beyond the scholars themselves, as it shapes their future and generations to come.

SCHOLARS PROGRAM

OUR STORY

Legacy of hard work.

Leslie Rudd built the Rudd Foundation to recognize and inspire young Kansans with the Midwestern values he learned growing up in Wichita.

ABOUT RUDD FOUNDATION

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NewsScholar Stories
September 24, 2026

Rudd Scholar Alumni Spotlights

David Nevarez Saenz graduated in 2023 with a bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from Wichita State University. David's story is…
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March 20, 2026

Rudd Foundation Awards 50 Full Ride Scholarships to Exceptional Kansas Students

The Rudd Foundation is proud to announce the selection of its 2026 Rudd Scholar Cohort, awarding 50 full-ride scholarships to…
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NewsScholar Stories
October 15, 2025

Rudd Scholars Find Value In Helping People Through WSU Student Orgs

Many students join student organizations during their time at college. There is an organization to satisfy almost every need, but…
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About Rudd Foundation

The Rudd Foundation is dedicated to improving individual lives and our community through philanthropy and a full-ride scholarship program.

info@ruddfoundation.org
(316) 847-4828